Child & Adolescent Individual Therapy

At Sydney Psych Hub, we provide supportive and evidence-based therapy for children and adolescents to help them navigate life’s challenges, build resilience, and develop healthy coping skills.

We understand that growing up can be complex, and young people often need extra support to manage their emotions, relationships, and mental health.

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What is Child and Adolescent Individual Therapy?

Our skilled therapists work closely with both the young individual and their parents or caregivers, tailoring the level of involvement to the specific needs of the situation. This collaborative approach fosters effective communication, helps parents better understand their child’s challenges, and equips them with tools to provide the necessary support.

Individual therapy offers a safe and supportive space for young people to explore their thoughts and feelings with a trained psychologist. Sessions are tailored to the child or adolescent’s developmental stage and unique needs.

Therapy may involve talking, creative expression, play-based activities, or skill-building exercises to help them:

Make sense of their emotions
Strengthen coping strategies
Improve communication and relationships
Develop confidence and resilience

What We Can Help With

Anxiety and stress

Worries about school, friendships, or daily life

Low Mood & Depression

Sadness, loss of interest, or withdrawal from activities

Behavioural Difficulties

Emotional outbursts, defiance, or difficulty regulating behaviour

Attention & Concentration Concerns (including ADHD)

Challenges with focus, organisation, or impulsivity

Family Changes

Separation, divorce, or adjustment to new family dynamics

Bullying & Peer Difficulties

Building self-esteem and navigating friendships

Grief & Loss

Supporting children to process and cope with loss

Trauma

Safe and structured support following difficult or distressing events

Our Approach

We believe therapy for children and adolescents should feel engaging, safe, and supportive. Our psychologists provide care that is:

Child-centred & compassionate – creating a safe space where young people feel understood and valued

Evidence-based – using approaches like CBT, ACT, DBT-informed strategies, play-based therapy, and family-based therapy

Individualised – tailoring therapy to the child’s age, developmental needs, and goals

Collaborative – working together with families, schools, and other supports to promote positive outcomes

Treatment may include:

Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT): building practical coping skills to manage worries, low mood, or unhelpful thinking patterns
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT): supporting young people to build resilience, values-based choices, and emotional flexibility
Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT)-informed strategies: developing skills in emotional regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness
Play-based and creative therapies: using play, art, or storytelling to help younger children express and process emotions
Social skills training: building confidence in friendships, communication, and problem-solving
Parent support and coaching: providing strategies to strengthen relationships, set boundaries, and support emotional wellbeing at home
Trauma-informed approaches: offering safe, gradual support for children who have experienced distressing events

What to Expect at Your Appointment

The therapy process generally includes:

Initial parent/caregiver consultation (50–60 mins): to gather history, concerns, and goals for therapy
Therapy sessions (45–50 mins): engaging and developmentally appropriate sessions for the child or adolescent
Parent feedback sessions: regular updates on progress, strategies to support at home, and shared problem-solving
Ongoing review: therapy is adapted to meet changing needs and developmental stages

How to Access Our Service

A GP referral or Mental Health Care Plan may allow access to Medicare rebates

Private health insurance rebates may also be available depending on your policy

Sessions are offered in person at our clinic, with some availability for telehealth sessions where appropriate

Take the Next Step

Supporting a child’s mental health can make a lasting difference in their wellbeing and future. If your child or adolescent is experiencing challenges, our psychologists are here to help.

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